30 for 30 Podcasts BIKRAM Part 4: Truth
May 22, 2018
Explosive allegations against a famous yoga guru, social media backlash, struggles with teaching Bikram yoga, a manipulative phone call, victims' stories and lack of belief, uncovering the truth in the Bikram yoga community.
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Sarah Bond's Lawsuit
- Sarah Bond's lawsuit encouraged other women to share their stories of Bikram's sexual misconduct.
- This sparked a heated debate on social media, particularly within the Bikram yoga teachers' Facebook group.
Liz Winfield's Advocacy
- Liz Winfield, initially a Bikram supporter, changed her stance after learning the truth about Sarah Bond's allegations.
- She publicly shared information on her Facebook page, leading to backlash from the Bikram community and calls from headquarters.
Jill Lawler's Experience
- Jill Lawler, an 18-year-old trainee, was pressured into massaging Bikram and subsequently assaulted.
- Despite the incident, she stayed due to fear and the community's dismissive attitude.